Development and Optimization of reliable and cost effective furnace-based diffusion processing of silicon wafers in a high volume manufacturing facility.

Characterize process windows in the area of diffusion, etching and deposition processing and enabling process stability.

Recipe generation and recipe maintenance for diffusion, etching and deposition processes for monocrystalline and polycrystalline wafers used in the production of silicon solar cells.

Responsible for the operation of the machine, recording of operational parameters, tabulating data, and assisting in system maintenance as required while working with the Engineering staff to review data against metrics.

Support the engineering staff in the preparation of process development plans and executing the plans to collect the data and information needed to evaluate the materials & process development efforts.

Support the evaluation of the solar device performance responses against the metrics defined in the process development plans.

Strong background of leading edge crystal silicon solar cell process technology and factory experience with hands-on knowledge are required.
High School diploma or general education diploma (GED) required AND a minimum of 5 years experience in solar cell process technology OR a BS in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry or related degree form a college or university accredited by the US Dept of Education or other internationally known accrediting organization in lieu of experience. Ability to problem solve and able to work efficiently and effectively with little or no supervision. Must have high mechanical and electrical aptitude, with a demonstrated ability to make logical decisions based on data received. Must be able to use high precision measuring tools. Candidates must address in their applications their abilities to work with a culturally diverse population. This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background investigation; this position may require annual background investigations.
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